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Build A Poker Table

For an authentic gaming experience, whether you’re playing Texas Hold ‘Em for toothpicks or Snap with the kids, build this card table.
By Handyman Magazine

Made entirely from MDF this lightweight table is designed for a maximum of six players.

Compact and portable the table has a hexagonal top and removable legs so you can flat-pack it for storage.

The hexagon is marked on the tabletop using a compass made from a length of timber that rotates around a centre nail with a pencil at the other end scribing the circle.

As the length of one hexagonal side is equal to the radius of its circle, the set compass spacing used to draw the circle remains the same to mark the length of each side around the circumference.

Step 8. Add the underlay

Step 8. Add the underlay
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Apply spray adhesive to the back of the underlay and the tabletop then roll up the underlay.

Starting from one side, unroll it over the table, pressing and smoothing it in place as you go. Trim the excess with a utility knife.

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Step 9. Cover the table

Step 9. Cover the table
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Lay the gaming cloth upside down and apply spray adhesive to the back of the cloth and the table underlay.

Work with a helper to lay the cloth on the table, ensuring it has slight tension and is smooth with no air pockets.

Step 10. Secure the armrests

Step 10. Secure the armrests
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Mark the cup holder positions and attach a 16mm strip of foam to the exposed edge with adhesive then cover with vinyl.

Secure the armrests from underneath the table with screws then staple the excess vinyl in place.

Made entirely from MDF this lightweight table is designed for a maximum of six players.

Compact and portable the table has a hexagonal top and removable legs so you can flat-pack it for storage.

The hexagon is marked on the tabletop using a compass made from a length of timber that rotates around a centre nail with a pencil at the other end scribing the circle.

As the length of one hexagonal side is equal to the radius of its circle, the set compass spacing used to draw the circle remains the same to mark the length of each side around the circumference.

Step 11. Make cup holders

Step 11. Make cup holders
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Round over the cup holder edges then draw diagonal lines to locate the centres.

Mark a 94mm circle, drill a 10mm starter hole then cut out with a jigsaw.

Secure to the table with screws then cut a hole through the table.

Step 12. Attach the legs

Step 12. Attach the legs
Step 12. Attach the legs

Cut a 370 x 16mm slot in the centre of the legs parallel to the 730mm sides with a jigsaw then check the half-lap fit.

Secure the battens to the table base with screws then slot the legs into position.

Table schematics

Table schematics
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This diagram breaks down each element of the poker table and provides measurements in mm.

Use the diagram as a guide while building.

Made entirely from MDF this lightweight table is designed for a maximum of six players.

Compact and portable the table has a hexagonal top and removable legs so you can flat-pack it for storage.

The hexagon is marked on the tabletop using a compass made from a length of timber that rotates around a centre nail with a pencil at the other end scribing the circle.

As the length of one hexagonal side is equal to the radius of its circle, the set compass spacing used to draw the circle remains the same to mark the length of each side around the circumference.

Building the legs

Building the legs
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This diagram breaks down each element of the poker table’s legs and provides measurements in mm. Use the diagram as a guide while building.

Cutting list

Cutting list
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The cutting list breaks down the materials you need for the job, providing you with information about what size the material needs to be and how many pieces you will need. Use this as your shopping list.

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